If you’ve dipped even a toe into the swirling waters of social media, chances are you’ve encountered these sorts of eye-roll-inducing posts and comments: “Oh, you have celiac? Is that a bagel? LOL!!” “I drink regular beer and I feel fine.” “My friend cheats a bit with gluten, and he’s totally fine.” “Celiac disease isn’t …
So, I’ve never been great at tooting my own horn. Back in the day, my self-esteem was pretty much non-existent. Picture zero self-esteem, then take away some more, and that’s about where I was. People used to wonder, “Why is Scott always so quiet?” or “Why is Scott so shy?” Little did they know, I had a …
I can’t tolerate gluten. Ever. And if you’re reading this, I’m guessing you can’t either. Ever. So, what happens when we ingest gluten? Here are only a few of the outcomes: Exhaustion beyond belief Severe brain fog Irritability Intense itching Achy joints Agitation and short temper Severe stomach pain Difficulty making decisions Extreme mood swings …
Some celiac ‘leaders’ are asking us to eat gluten…why?? Read More »
I’ve got a backlog of celiac rants from folks eager to share their stories, waiting for their moment in the spotlight. However, an email I received struck a chord with me in a profound way. There’s something about hearing from young people that hits home, serving as a poignant reminder of my own blessings. Being …
So, you’ve just been crowned with the celiac tiara, struggling to navigate this new gluten-free realm, and let’s face it, feeling like crap even though you’re eating gluten-free. Worried about what the future holds? Yeah, we’ve all been there. It’s the primary reason I birthed the Gluten Dude blog in 2011 because, truth be told, …
27 ways to live a better life with celiac disease Read More »
So, picture this: I’ve been rocking the celiac life for over 15 years (yes, I’m counting fingers and toes), and the support from family, friends, and this fantastic community has been nothing short of incredible. Grateful doesn’t quite cut it. But then, I received an email that triggered a revelation: in those 14 years, none …
How do I support a friend who has celiac disease? Read More »
Here’s the scoop: My good friend returns home after nine years in Hong Kong, so I hopped on a 3:30 train from Asbury Park to Manhattan for dinner and a few drinks. NJ Transit, stuck in a time warp from 1950, provides a scenic route with 87 stops and a two-hour journey. No worries – …
I have celiac disease and went home hungry… and that’s fine Read More »
My younger Dudette, whom I’ll affectionately refer to as Madison for privacy’s sake (that’s also her real name, go figure), wrapped up a 10-month stint working for Under Canvas in Utah. Deciding it wasn’t ideal for her to drive her new Subaru Outback from Utah to Asbury Park, NJ alone, I opted to fly out …
Here’s what I learned driving cross-country with celiac disease Read More »
Living with celiac disease for over 15 years has taught me a lot – mainly that I’m still susceptible to questionable decisions. Whether that’s a reflection on the disease or just my own quirks, I’ll let you be the judge. Now, let me regale you with the tale of my recent escapade. Last weekend, Mrs. …